Landscan June 2009

Issue 49

In this issue:

LINZ Statement of Intent published

LINZ’s Statement of Intent 2009-2012 sets out how LINZ will meet the challenges of the next three years. 

Overseas Investment Act review

The Government is reviewing the Overseas Investment Act 2005 to make foreign investment in New Zealand simpler and more attractive, while also protecting sensitive land, assets and resources.

LINZ promotes environmental valuation database

A series of LINZ seminars has promoted awareness of an environmental valuation database available to New Zealand policymakers.

Board consulting on wide range of proposals

In May, the New Zealand Geographic Board Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa opened consultation on 27 proposals to assign new place names or alter existing place names.

High Country Conference

LINZ chief executive Colin MacDonald has outlined the department’s priorities for pastoral land management at a Federated Farmers’ conference.

Changes to LINZ's senio leadership team

Changes to the LINZ’s senior leadership team are designed to reflect Government priorities and increased clarity about LINZ’s strategic direction.

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